Gibson Factory Tour with Mark Agnesi - Gibson ES Binding

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Watch as Mark Agnesi chats with Jim DeCola about the crucial binding process for ES guitars at the Gibson factory! See up close how the skilled team meticulously machines the channel around the guitar body's rim. This precisely cut groove is where the binding will be seated. Next, witness the application of heat-activated adhesive before the careful wrapping process begins. Using a sturdy canvas rope, the binding is tightly secured around the body, ensuring a perfect and lasting fit. It's a fascinating look at the craftsmanship that goes into every iconic Gibson ES model!

Click through to the full video for an in-depth look inside the Gibson "craftory" in Nashville! Join Mark Agnesi and Master Luthier Jim DeCola as they take you through the guitar-building process, from rough milling and binding (including the unique canvas rope wrapping) to the legendary nitrocellulose lacquer finishes and the iconic Sunburst spray technique. Witness the skill and dedication behind every Les Paul and ES model.

From CNC milling to hand-sprayed finishes, every detail in the 12 to 16–day process showcases why Gibson guitars are more than just instruments —they’re works of art. Join us as we honor 50 years of craftsmanship in Nashville and celebrate the soul of the Gibson sound ad watch the full video now!

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